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A Tulsa Area United Way publication for the members of the Alexis de Tocqueville Society | Spring 2010

A Message from your2010 Co-Chairs

Dear Alexis de Tocqueville Society Members,

We are honored to be your co-chairs for the Tocqueville Society 2010 campaign.

As the Tulsa Area United Way enters another challenging year, we are seeking new ways to help our community expand the Tocqueville Society. Our

committee is being formed and we’re in the planning stages to take our membership and activities to the next level. We are especially focused on fi nding ways to expand membership by adding a new program that will encourage donors to make a multi-year commitment to reach full member status.

As we look for new ways to come together as a Society, our future events and communications will provide you with fresh insight into how your dollars are invested in the community. Of course, your continued support is vitally important and greatly appreciated.

Sincerely,

Did You Know?Becky Frank takes the challenge!

TAUW’sEconomicImpact

Campaign CabinetUpdate

Meet the2010 Campaign Chair

In this Issue:

It’s been 17 years since TAUW had its fi rst female campaign leader when Clydella Hentschel co-chaired with her husband, Dave. Becky J. Frank, Chairman and CEO of Schnake Turnbo Frank | PR, has accepted the challenge to be the fi rst individual chairwoman. A strong TAUW supporter and former staff member (when she was beginning her professional career), she’ll lead our 2013 campaign.

“Having served on the staff of the United Way for seven years early in my career and since that time working as a volunteer for many of its partner agencies, I have witnessed time and time again the magnitude of the very basic human needs we have in the Tulsa area,”

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Becky Frank, 2013 Campaign Chair, and Mark Graham at Annual Meeting

Steve and Marla Bradshaw2010 Alexis de Tocqueville Society Chairs

A Tulsa Area United Way publication for the members of the Alexis de Tocqueville Society | Spring 2010

Did you know?

Board of Directors holds 2010 Spring Mini-Retreat

Becky says. “I am moved by the compassion and services provided by these agencies thanks to the generous support provided by countless individuals who give of their time and resources.”

Clydella adds, “I am very pleased that Becky is going to head the campaign. I fi rst met Becky when she worked at TAUW. She helped us greatly in a very diffi cult campaign in 1992. She will do a great job!”

On April 13, the Board of Directors held its annual mini-retreat with this year’s focus on two key strategic areas: • The Strategic Planning task force, headed by Robyn Ewing, Williams, presented a draft of their work — Vision 2013. Board members reviewed and gave their input, which will be incorporated into the fi nal plan. • The upcoming campaign was discussed in smaller breakout groups and included an assessment of our Tulsa area economy and innovative ways to increase giving. The Board members’ efforts will be summarized and used by the Campaign Cabinet in goal setting.

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Results from the Fall AuctionYouth Mentoring Experience withLynn Schusterman

We are pleased to tell you that Union senior Brittany Brown will be meeting with Lynn Schusterman as part of a youth mentoring experience. This item was purchased at the Tocqueville fall reception and donated to the school system. Last year, Lynn met with Christian Ewing, a student from Holland Hall, and he described it as “an honor and a privilege that I hope others can have and learn from.”

Now it’s Brittany’s turn. She is the senior class president at Union and has been the school’s ambassador to Israel with the American-Israel Friendship League. In the next Tocqueville newsletter, we’ll follow-up with Brittany regarding the mentoring experience.

TAUW - A Community Economic EngineWithout question, your dollars have a direct and profound impact on improving the lives of tens of thousands of individuals and families each year. However, your contribution to the Tulsa Area United Way also creates a signifi cant economic “return on investment” in this six-county area.

To quantify that impact, TAUW commissioned a research study through the Community Service Council of Greater Tulsa. CSC used IMPLAN as their model, which originated at the University of Minnesota and has also been vetted by Cornell University and Oklahoma State University.

The following highlights from the study validate what we intuitively knew – that TAUW is truly an economic engine for this community: • For every dollar invested by the Tulsa Area United Way in its partner agencies, those agencies were able to leverage an additional $9.10 on every dollar from other resources. • TAUW’s community investment directly supports 1,837 partner agency jobs. • An additional 3,682 downstream jobs have been created in local businesses and industries. • These combined jobs created $137,092,000 payroll income in the six-county area and the total economic impact was $249,573,000. • The collective services of the Tulsa Area United Way partner agencies generate over $22.7 million in tax revenue for our state and community. • TAUW’s annual investment has the economic impact of a ten-fold community return on investment. .

If you would like a copy of the full study, contact Laura Bell at 295-6618 or lbell@tauw.org.

Brittany Brown, the recipient of a mentoring experience withLynn Schusterman

Campaign Cabinet Recruitment UpdateDan Ellinor, the 2010 Campaign Chair and senior executive vice president for BOK Financial, has recruited this year’s Campaign Cabinet, which was announced on April 13.

Awards Celebrate Campaign SuccessNearly 600 of our supporters joined us at the 85th Annual Meeting and Awards Luncheon at the new Tulsa Convention Center Ballroom this past February. Our 62 partner agencies, countless volunteers and giving partners were recognized and we elected new Directors, Offi cers and the 2010 Board Chairman, Don Walker, President of ARVEST Bank.

Congratulations to our 2009 award winners: • Union Public Schools won the Sun Leadership Award • The City of Owasso won the Green Country Award • Leaders Life Insurance Company won the Small Business Award - a new award in 2009 • Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. won the Key Club Award • McAfee & Taft won the Trailblazer Award • Youth Services of Creek County won the Green Country Illuminate! Award • The Parent Child Center of Tulsa won the Tulsa Illuminate! Award • Zeeco won the Ignite! Award and • Alberta “Peaches” Johnson won the 2nd annual Live United Spirit Award

A Tulsa Area United Way publication for the members of the Alexis de Tocqueville Society | Spring 2010

At 92 years young, Alberta “Peaches” Johnson is a steadfast volunteer at Broken Arrow Seniors. She’s given 24 years of her time and heart to the TAUW partner agency on a daily basis. The staff at Broken Arrow Seniors describes Peaches as a volunteer who is loyal, helpful and always there to support others. She never misses a Monday Night Dance or the Senior Week activities. And you can count on her to be there for bingo, bunco and line dancing. A two-time breast cancer survivor, Peaches is a “pint of power” and strength. TAUW was honored to award her with the 2nd annual Live United Spirit Award at the Annual Meeting and Awards Luncheon. The award recognizes an individual from one of our 62 partner agencies who has made an indelible mark on the lives of others. Peaches is a true example of a Tulsa-area resident who Lives United! For more information about Broken Arrow Seniors, call 918.259.8377.

A Real PeachAlberta “Peaches” Johnson wins the 2nd annual Live United Spirit award!

Peaches accepting her award from Mark Graham and Don Walker at the Annual Meeting and Awards Luncheon.

Susan Neal presents Mark Graham with the

proclamation from the City of Tulsa.

Bill Grant and Becky Frank report Board nominations.

Cindy W. Morrison announces

Best of the Best awards.

2010 Annual Meeting and Awards Luncheon

Don Walker presenting Bill Grant with

the Board Chair service plaque.

• Industry and General Business: John Gibson, ONEOK, Inc. • Public Service and Government: Tom Baker, Community Volunteer • Professional Business: Don Parker, Bank of Oklahoma, N.A. • Green Country and Commerce: Dick Williamson, T.D. Williamson, Inc. • New Business and Development: Becky J. Frank, Schnake Turnbo Frank | PR • Leadership Team and 2011 Chair Elect: Jim Bender, Williams

• Tocqueville Society: Steve and Marla Bradshaw • Foundations: Andie Doyle, H.A. & Mary K. Chapman Charitable Trust • Trailblazers (will be announced in August) • Loaned Executives: Jim Bender, Williams • Labor: John Gaines, Northeastern Oklahoma Central Labor Council • Marketing: David Littlefi eld, Littlefi eld • Day of Caring: Larry Wagner, Bank of Oklahoma, N.A.

Our executive team leaders are:

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A Tulsa Area United Way publication for the members of the Alexis de Tocqueville Society | Spring 2010

Dan Ellinor Takes on 2010 TAUW Campaign

Dan Ellinor was fi rst introduced to the United Way in 1981 because his fi rst boss was a passionate United Way supporter. Fast forward to 2010 and Dan is still a dedicated United Way enthusiast, which puts him in a perfect place to lead the 2010 campaign. Dan says, “I will work hard to ensure

TAUW has a successful campaign as the needs of the community

continue to increase.” We’re thrilled to have someone as positive and engaging as Dan to be TAUW’s 2010 Campaign Chairman.

When he’s not hard at work on the upcoming campaign, Dan’s “other” job is as senior executive vice president for BOK Financial. He joined BOKF in 2003 and is responsible for Commercial Banking for Bank of Oklahoma, Bank of Arkansas, Bank of Arizona and Bank of Albuquerque, BOKF Real Estate, Energy and Private Banking business lines and the TransFund network. Prior to joining BOKF in 2003, Dan served as regional president for Compass Bank in Dallas and previously spent nearly 20 years with Bank of America.

Dan and his wife, Andrea, have three children: a son and two daughters.

Like father, like sonDan’s son works for Head Start in Iowa and interned at Community Action Project of Tulsa County, a TAUWpartner agency.

Are you interested?

We are thinking about creating a special Day of Caring work project just for Tocqueville members. If you think this is a good suggestion, we want to hear from you.

Please let Mark Graham know if you have any ideas or specifi c areas of interest. Call Mark at 918.295.6622.

May 8 - NALC Food Drive

June 25 - Stuff the Bus with the Tulsa Shock

Aug. 13 - Trailblazer 5K Run & Block Party

Sept. 10 - Day of Caring and Campaign Kickoff

Nov. 11 - Unite!

Save these Dates

“Stuff the Bus!”with the Tulsa Shock!

TAUW is excited to be partnering with the city’s newest team, the Tulsa Shock, for Stuff the Bus! Mark your calendars for June 25 and drop off an item(or two…or three) at the BOK Center and stay to watch Tulsa take on the New York Liberty.

The goal of Stuff the Bus is to help families get a head start on going back to school. Items will begiven to our partner agencies serving at-risk youth.

Requested items include:

• School supplies

• New or gently used clothing, socks and shoes (infant-late teens)

• Nonperishable food

• Coats (infant-late teens)

• First aid supplies

Stay tuned for more details. We can’t “Stuff the Bus” without your help!

For more information, visit tauw.org.

1430 S. Boulder, P.O. Box 1859, Tulsa, OK 74101 • (918) 583-7171 • www.tauw.org

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theDan Ellinor - 2010 Campaign Chairman

In the upcoming ADT newsletter, we will profi le Jim Bender of Williams, the 2011 Campaign Chair Elect.